Hey guys, I've decided to upgrade the scope on my Rem700 5r 300WM. I've got a leupold vx-2 6-18x40mm on it now. Love that scope but here lately, I've got deer coming out right before the end of shooting light at 250 yards on a food plot I hunt and I'm having a really hard time making out their racks. The image is definitely brighter on 6 power but that's not quite enough magnification for me to determine what size rack etc. At 18 power a little bit earlier than right before dark I have plenty of magnification, but the image gets too dark by the time these late season deer are coming out.
So, I'm thinking I've got plenty of magnification but not enough light transmission. I've never had a 50mm bell because I've always wanted the scope as low as possible for a better cheek weld. This situation has me leaning that way however. Please chime in if you have experience with 40mm vs. 50mm in low light conditions. Also, any scope recommendations would be appreciated. Trying to keep budget around $1000. This rifle deserves it. It is crazy accurate. I've always been a leupold guy but I'm not opposed to going another way in this situation. Right now I'm considering a vx-3 4.5-14x50mm.
Thanks in advance.
So, I'm thinking I've got plenty of magnification but not enough light transmission. I've never had a 50mm bell because I've always wanted the scope as low as possible for a better cheek weld. This situation has me leaning that way however. Please chime in if you have experience with 40mm vs. 50mm in low light conditions. Also, any scope recommendations would be appreciated. Trying to keep budget around $1000. This rifle deserves it. It is crazy accurate. I've always been a leupold guy but I'm not opposed to going another way in this situation. Right now I'm considering a vx-3 4.5-14x50mm.
Thanks in advance.